Codin' For the Web by Charles Wyke-Smith - Book Review

The full title for this book is Codin' for the Web: A Designer's Guide to Developing Dynamic Web Sites and that is an accurate description of the contents of this book. The author also wrote Stylin' with CSS: A Designer's Guide. With this book he completes the loop. In the first book he had shown you how to make the site look good with style sheets divorced from code. In the latest books, he leads you through an education in how to use the php scripting language to create full featured dynamic page web sites.

The book is well designed with comprehensive screen shots and code listings. The code is available for download. This is always appreciated as it avoids the tedious practice of typing code from a book page during the learning process.

The book starts at the most basic level with an introduction to php and a simple explanation of statement syntax, variables, operators, etc.

Chapter 1 introduces the reader to coding principles. Types of variables, functions, control loops and much more are covered comprehensively. By the end of this chapter, the student has the knowledge and tools to write well styled php code.

Chapter 2 deals with form processing. The author covers input forms and the checking of data for completeness, correctness and security. Creating, reading, and writing flat files is covered.

Chapter 3 covers the creation of a mysql database. Code examples show how to add, modify, delete, select, and retrieve data. This is a good introduction to the power of the combination of php and mysql.

Chapter 4 continues using the database material to begin designing a content management system with the creation of database tables and the necessary administration section or back end of the site. Style sheets and editing functions are covered.

Chapter 5 is about cookies, sessions, and authentication. These are required for limiting access to areas of the site and for tracking visitors. The chapter gives example code for a members only site.

Chapter 6 extensively covers building a website with php. The value of include files for effective site maintenance and modification. The best practices for site navigation and the creation of dynamic page titles are given their own sections.

This book is highly recommended as a beginner/intermediate level introduction to building dynamic web sites with php/mysql. No book can give complete coverage but this one will take you a long way and the author does a good job of telling where to get more information. All this in a visually pleasing well designed book makes a book that you will want to add to your library.

Computer Book Review - Microsoft's Next Leap Forward

One of the greatest success stories of all times in the business world is perhaps the story and history of Microsoft. Selling software is a great business because once you create it, you can indeed sell it millions of times. And Microsoft has the advantage because their operating systems run on 95% of all computers in the World. Under the leadership of Bill Gates in all his creating brilliance and genius, he created one of the most dynamic and largest companies on a surface of the planet.

But now that Bill Gates has left the company, many are wondering what comes next. Microsoft is no longer just a software company, as they are involved in the Internet, they run the second largest, and many would agree the best search engine and they are involved in online advertising. Microsoft is also a media company amongst other things. Their research and development departments are on the leading technological edge of just about everything.

Many its software industry analysts wonder what will be the next step for Microsoft. Will Microsoft break off into a spinoff companies? Now that the Federal Trade Commission's unwarranted attacks are completed with Microsoft and the now that Bill Gates has left the company, where will they go today? Indeed, there seems to be a lot of pretty strong opinions and countless predictions on this subject.

One author has some things to say on this issue and whereas, I think she has some very good points, I do not agree with all of her contention, but she brings up some very interesting and philosophical questions. Thus, I'd like to recommend this book to you;

"Microsoft 2.0: How Microsoft plans to Stay Relevant in the Post Gates Era," by Mary Jo Foley, John Wiley and Sons Publishing; 2008.

The Minimum You Need to Know About Logic to Work in IT - Book Review

If you are an IT college student, you are likely being gypped. Logic is no longer taught and it really is something you need. According to Roland Hughes, in his book, "The Minimum You Need to Know About Logic to Work in IT," "Logic is the fundamental tool of IT."

This book has nothing to do with Leonard Nimoy and Spock's form of Logic, but I'll bet that character would have had knowledge of it! This is where you will be taught what you should still be getting from college professors. So, what's it all about? Yes, there are the basics of flowcharting and pseudocode, and there are chapters on fundamental data types, searching and sorting, decision order (with multiple exercises to work on), and even more on linked lists, hash, and relational databases. And what happens during a major disaster? Surviving the Fire is a must read chapter.

Hughes' familiar style permeates the book. His wit and humor make for interesting reading of what could be bone dry material. His decades of experience shine through, leaving readers thankful and wishing he were a college professor at their local university. If this is your first introduction to Roland Hughes, be sure to check out his other works, such as, "The Minimum You Need to Know to be an OpenVMS Application Developer," and "The Minimum You Need to Know About Java on OpenVMS." If you are going into the IT field, Roland Hughes should, and will, become a familiar name to you.

The Minimum You Need to Know About Logic to work in IT

By Roland Hughes

ISBN 0-9770866-2-3

Macintosh Laptops - The Little Mac Book

New to the Mac way of thinking? Finally had enough of the colossus named Vista and don't want to wait to see if Windows 7 is all its hyped up to be? Then buy yourself a Mac whether it be a Macintosh Laptop or iMac and see why Windows users are migrating in droves to these easy to use computers.

The Mac range uses the Snow Leopard and Leopard Operating Systems which although are different to the Windows Based systems have an easy to learn interface that really says simplicity is the best.

However with all things new there is a learning process and the change to an Apple Mac can require further instruction than what is readily available when purchasing. This is where the Little Mac Book helps the new user. This is an easy to read light hearted approach to computing where the author develops a rapport with the reader and shares the experience of mastering this new technology.

One of my friends once said to me when talking about using a Mac computer was that you needed to forget what you have learnt about using a Windows based computer and just think simply and logically. In essence he was right. However there still is a need for instruction and this book really helps.

The book covers aspects including getting to know the Mac, how its working interface and icons are displayed and the best ways to use the Macs excellent multi media applications. It even explains how to add a virtual machine to run Windows if you need to.

The book is brilliantly written by Robin Williams (No not that one) whose easy going approach to teaching various aspects of Mac computing make it very easy to learn.

Another great guide I would highly recommend if your purchasing a Mac is "Switching to the Mac" from authors David Pogue and founder of GoldfishSoft Adam Goldstein. This is also a very detailed extra manual to the Mac computing experience and makes an excellent ready reckoner for any computing issues you may have with your Mac.

The Book has 224 pages
The Little Mac Book costs approximately $25.00

Learning the Computer From a Variety of Books

People say the book is a window of information. Indeed it is. Actually many people have not realized he importance of reading books. Small example which I will describe is my experience to become proficient in using computers in terms of my ability thanks to the book.

Initially I was stuttering computer technology. As for my friends who are more able, do not ever want to share his knowledge with me. But I am not desperate, thanks to advice someone finally I bought a small book to start adding my knowledge of computers.

Little by little, my knowledge grew. Initially I felt very dizzy, having to read the book should also be practicing on the computer. But that was long long gone because I used to the practice computer. Starting from the outside look of the program until contents now I know. Thanks to the book.. thanks to the book.

Do not underestimate the book because it results from what we can is the fruit of our effort to read it.

If we follow and practice step by step what was written in a computer book what we want to learn, I guarantee there are no words fail in learning. I was initially interested in the computer world of computer books. And apparently once learned and practiced, I added just amazed with my computer science.

Do not worry, if you can not afford it, you could be searching on the internet or you can just read it in a bookstore. Do not block your curiosity about the limitations of your computer. I am sure with the intention and effort, then everything will be easy.

In this global era, where all the work already done by computers and machines. Not too late to learn. Was changed from now to read.. or you will perish run over the wheel of information.

"The Minimum You Need to Know about Java on OpenVMS" by Roland Hughes - Book Review

Logikal Solutions (2006)

ISBN 9780977086610

Reviewed by Regan Windsor for Reader Views (8/07)

While Java has exploded in the world of the Web and high tech toys, "The Minimum You Need to Know about Java on OpenVMS," focuses on "converting existing core business applications to use Java, yet still preserving your investment on the most stable platform on earth." For maximum understanding and success, this book should be read as a companion to "The Minimum You Need to Know to be an OpenVMS Application Developer."

In true "tell it like it is" Hughes' fashion you realize early on in this book that the author is not a big fan of Java. To a seasoned C/ C++ user, the similarities and yet vast differences of Java and C++ can make it a cumbersome (if not extremely frustrating) language to work with. The good news is this is not a sugar-coated book on Java; Hughes confronts the biggest setbacks of working with Java and what you need to do to work through them.

"The Minimum You Need To Know about Java on OpenVMS" covers basic code for using RTL and SYS functions, tips and tools for accessing RMS indexed files, the why's and how's of interfacing with FMS, details (including code) on creating a sample application (Mega Zillionare, as used in "The Minimum You Need to Know to be an OpenVMS Application Developer"), as well as some additional knowledge transfer and insights from the author.

As with the first book in "The Minimum You Need to Know" series, "The Minimum You Need to Know about Java and OpenVMS" provides the reader with invaluable tips and tricks, includes a CD full of code, hands-on-programming exercises, and questions for review. The book reads as though you are being coached through the process of using Java on OpenVMS, as well as being provided with a few insights (and opinions!) along the way.

"The Minimum You Need to Know about Java on OpenVMS" is an essential tool for anyone tasked with using Java on OpenVMS.

The Ultimate Book on Microsoft Vista Computer Operating System - Book Review

So, you have purchased the most advanced operating system ever created in the history of humankind, but perhaps you did so reluctantly and because, well that's what your computer came with. But, if you will purchase this book you will learn just how powerful Microsoft Vista is and how many cool new things that it does.

The search features in this Vista Operating System are unbelievable and that is something you will definitely notice, but there are too great features in the email programs, browser and things like drawing and speech recognition, yep, all there. But, before you can use this stuff you need to learn how it all works. So, I recommend this book:

"Plain & Simple - Windows Vista" by Jerry Joyce and Marianne Moon - 2007 (an authentic Microsoft Press Book)

The sub-title of this book is very apropos; "Your Easy, Colorful, SEE-HOW Guide!" indeed, that is exactly what this book is, it's simply fabulous, illustrated and easy to use. And, did you know that a portion of this book's profits go to Smile Train, a non-profit group that helps with fixing cleft lips and palates.

Now then, this book has taken out the buzz-words and everything is in laymen's terms, for people like you and I. If you are into games, making movies or working with your associates while networking; then you are going to love this operating system once you learn how to use all this stuff. Best of all the price of this book is not that expensive at all, about $22.00 is all and I must say it is totally worth it, as this one book will hyperspace your productivity almost immediately.

Computer Books Are Important to Have on Your Small Business Book Shelf

Computers are a way of life and yet two decades ago computers did not even exist, well, not personal computers like the type that every single person in America owns and has in their home or office. Sometimes keeping up with the technology is not easy at all.

There are always new words to learn with each new technology and it is as enough you have to learn a whole new language just to understand what those in the industry are talking about. There are always new buzzwords and you must learn at least some of these words otherwise you cannot comprehend what the computer experts are trying to explain to you.

It is for this reason that I'd like to recommend a very good book to you and one, which I believe you should have in your own personal library so that you do not get behind on computer vocabulary. The book is called;

"Computer; a dictionary of computer words of the English Language" (new Revised Edition) Trident Press international; Date: 2001.

So, you ask why did I like this book so much, well indeed, I'd like to explain just why this book is a must read and why it is my contention that you should own a copy to have in your own personal library at home or in the office. First, the back of this book has 120 pages labeled; An Introduction To Personal Computers.

While the first part of the book is a pocket dictionary with just about every single word that has to do with computers that was invented before the year 2000. No, words like; blog, blogger, blogging and social networking are not in it, but in a way that just proves the point of how fast the computer world moves and why you need to stay on top of it. So, please consider this.

How Roll Top Computer Desks Reduce Clutter

The roll top computer desks are coming back into play these days. At one time a they were considered your grandmothers desk. In contemporary designed households this style has not been in good taste. It just reminds people of older times when bulky was the thing to have.

But not anymore, now owners are once again finding real value in these desk. They are finding out why these desk were so popular in the 1950 and 60's.

Computer desk have always been a concern of many household. Hell, as I look at my computer desk I see plenty of wires and paper lying around with no where to put them. Roll top computer desk make it possible to ride all the clutter or at least organize the clutter into meaningful organized information. First of all they make it possible to tuck away and cover every part of the computer. That includes the CPU, the monitor and the keyboard. Now depending on how large your system is, you may have to tuck away the printer and scanner in another piece of furniture.

Roll top computer desk also have another great advantage over traditional computer desk. It is feasible to have a them in public areas of the home. This is very advantageous for apartment dwellers that just don't have the room to dedicate an entire room to a home office. When the desk is down, the desk looks like a normal piece of furniture.

They also have a large selection of draws to store away books and important papers. Some desks are equipped with secret draws that are only accessible by the owner. The owners are the only ones who know how to open or even get to these draws.

Roll top computer desk is a revamp of a old favorite. They are very flexible and should make a great addition to any home.

MIT Has Come a Long Way - Book Review

The Massachusetts Institute of technology or MIT has always been on the cutting edge of technology, and years ahead of the rest of the world. Their engineers, students, and professors have brought forth significant innovations, concepts, and they have literally changed the world. To fully understand how incredible this institution is and how long all of this has been going on, it takes a little bit of a history lesson.

If this is a topic that interests you, as much as it does me, then perhaps I can recommend a very good book to you. It is a book actually that is on my shelf at home, and one that I use as a reference from time to time. The name of the book is;

"The Media Lab; Inventing the Future at MIT," by Stuart Brand, Penguin Book Publishers, 1988, (304pp), ISBN: 01-4009-701-5.

There are pictures, charts, and illustrations of what MIT was bringing to the market place prior to 1990. Some of the ideas and concepts will make you laugh because they are commonplace today, but now you know where they started, who started it, and the theory and technology behind it all. Each and every year there are new ideas and concepts which are being generated from MIT, and therefore it is interesting to study their past, present, and there ever increasing drive towards the future.

I invite you to read this book, think about it, and take the MIT magazine. I'd also advise you to take their online newsletter for the topics that interest you in biotech, energy, computers, Internet, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, or robotics. If you do this you too can be on the cutting edge of what comes next. Please consider all this.

Machines That Think - A Book Review

In the 1980s a huge number of books were written on artificial intelligence. From as early as 1980 books started really producing solid content on the topic. No, the concept obviously originated decades the prior, but by the early 80's computer scientists were really getting a handle on it, and towards the end of the 80s there were some really excellent books that honed in on the future.

Much of what we think of today and the direction we are moving in AI programming really stem from this period. So, if this topic interests you, I'd recommend that you read at least a few works from that era. Let me recommend one book that is fully illustrated and straight forward, one which will really get you on the right track, by allowing you to see from where all of this once came. The book is:

"Thinking Machines; the Search for Artificial Intelligence," by Igor Aleksander and Piers Burnett; Alfred A. Knoff Publishers, New York, NY, (1987).

The authors address the age old question; What is intelligence? And this chapter has a great overview of originality of concept, and all of Alan Turing's philosophical thoughts. It indeed brings it up to date to the mid-1980s. Then the authors talk about the ever elusive "Universal Machine" and then they really help us understand the difference between humans and the future of AI, which one could now say is in the present.

Learn about the thoughts on The Machinery of Vision and sensors, and the philosophical and historical significance. The chapter; "Inside the Machine" is of supreme interest and one you will enjoy. Indeed, I liked the authors' topic; The Myth of the Super Intelligent Machine, and these authors seem to indicate, in the end, no matter what, it is still a machine, not a human and it can only work a certain way. The Future may confirm this, but with the neural networking it may prove them wrong too.

How to Improve Your Computer Skills With Computer Books and Ebooks

Are you looking for a computer book to improve your computer programming skills or general IT knowledge?

A distinguishing mark of professionals is that they keep up-to-date with the newest ideas, techniques and developments in their field. If you are a computer professional you should read every computer book and computer Ebook which can help you to improve your computer skills.

You can find good Computer Books and eBooks on the Internet. Some of them can be purchased online, whereas other ones are free and can be easily downloaded.

Purchasing Computer Books

There are many online Book stores, which sell Computer Books and Computer Ebooks and the most famous one is surely Amazon. They have search facilities which allow to find what you are looking for in a way that is surely easier and faster than searching in a main street bookstore.

You can select a category from a menu (e.g. Databases, Programming, Linux and Unix, AS/400) or use the search facilities to find Books or Software in your area of interest.

If you browse some computer book among the possible choices, you will normally find a good product description which often includes the table of contents and, in many cases, you will find also reviews submitted by people who have read the book. Often there is also an average customer review which can be useful to decide if the purchase is worthwhile.

If you decide to buy, you can easily add your choices to a shopping cart and pay online by using a Credit or Debit Card. The Books are usually delivered from the Online Bookstore pretty fast.

Free Programming E-Books

There are many good Computer Ebooks, often published in PDF format, with plenty of useful information.

Some of them are free downloadable Ebooks whereas other ones (especially computer tutorials) can read online.

Computer manufacturers, such as IBM, often allow to access an online library of their technical documentation and often provide good computer tutorials (visit for example the site Developer Works ).

An author which offers online many free downloadable ebooks is Bruce Eckel. His company provides public and private training and consulting services and he has decided to offer the FREE downloadable Ebook version of many good Programming books, which are also sold in Book stores in the printed format.

Bruce Eckel has published over 150 articles and several computer books such as Thinking in Java (Prentice-Hall, 1998, 2nd Edition, 2000), the Hands-On Java Seminar CD ROM (available on his Mind View site and enclosed to the previous book), Thinking in C++>/b> (PH 1995; 2nd edition 2000), C++ Inside & Out (Osborne/McGraw-Hill 1993), among others.

He's given hundreds of presentations throughout the world, published over 150 articles in numerous magazines, was a founding member of the ANSI/ISO C++committee, speaks regularly at conferences and is the C++ and Java track chair for the Software Development conference. He provides public and private seminars and design consulting in C++, Java and Python.

His books can be purchased in Book stores, but previous versions can also be easily downloaded as Ebooks and are surely very useful to Computer professionals.

Conclusion

If you want to improve your computer knowledge, try the Internet as a valid alternative to traditional Bookshops and Libraries.

Considering on Implementing a Computer System - Some Thoughts on That

By Lance Winslow Lance Winslow
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Greetings to Everyone, I am a retired Franchisor, Business Consultant, Philanthropist and I run a Think Tank, as well as do a lot of Traveling, ...

If you are a decision maker that will be making recommendations, advising, consulting or even making the final and actual decision on a new computer or IT system then you need to understand the best process. Today's IT systems are costly and understanding this process will keep your organization from making mistakes. Thus, I'd like to recommend a very good book to you:

"Computers for Jumping Profits; Understanding, Selecting, Evaluating and Implementing Computer Systems" by David C. Dykstra; 1983.
This book tells you how to set up a computer system for any small, medium or large business or any organization or government agency. Although the book is older and the technology has changed over the years, the fundamental principles of planning, budgeting, ratios and accounting remain the same.
The author discusses the various folks involved and who their different motivations cause conflict in the implementation phase if a more analytical approach is not taken in the decision making process. For instance the author uses the example of implementing IBM Mainframes and micro-computers and how the advisors and salespeople with different objectives have very different perspectives.
This creates a false reality when doing strategic planning and asset allocations, cost analysis and estimates of return on investment thru productivity and efficiency. The author also discusses employee training costs, temporary slow down until the users are up to speed and other human factors to be considered.
Since this book has to do with IT systems, it also discusses issues with feature creep, challenges with speed, configuration and potential failure. Sometimes IT professionals and definitely their superiors get too caught up in the newest and latest technology and not the reality, functionality or cost.
This book is of value to all those decision makers along the way, the information in it is timeless and it hardly matters the time period or the actual technology involved. It is the decision making process that is important and that is why I highly recommend this book.

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New Products - Leading or Bleeding Edge?

We all love to be at the leading edge of technology. ? When you have the confidence of a technology-oriented mind, it is especially nice to try out the latest and greatest network products. ? However, ordering new products before they are proven can sometimes be the wrong idea. ? ?It can cost your enterprise, so be cautious!

The leading edge of technology is also known as the bleeding edge. ? Manufacturers almost always encounter unexpected design, production and logistical challenges with new product lines, including new network equipment.

Can you imagine a critical switch, router, or firewall that fails due to bad power supply, or reboots continuously. ?We see these issues all the time. ? Many new products have that same potential and it like a time bomb, meaning your time and energy are wasted on an issue that should have been resolved by the manufacturer and not you.

When are issues fixed? ?Many problems with new network equipment are resolved when they first come up. ? Some issues are never resolved. ? ? Instead, you may have a work-around or recall. ? ? In the meantime, who knows how many
hours, days and weeks will have been lost while dealing with the unknown new network equipment problems?

Unless you absolutely must, ?don't go after new network equipment as soon as they are announced. ? Give them time to settle down in the market and for the problems to present themselves.

Of course, there may be compelling reasons for you to specify a brand new network equipment product - product features essential to your application and not available elsewhere, for example. ? You shouldn't risk becoming a manufacturer's unpaid product tester, especially if you are pressed for time or have limited budgets, a small network team or a mission-critical network. ? Let someone else do it.

In all aspects of business, time is one of the most valuable commodities you have at your disposal. And wasting it is one of the most expensive mistakes you can make. Just as jumping on the wrong bandwagon can cost you dear in terms of wasted time, so can specifying an unproven new network equipment product.

We all love to be at the leading edge of technology. ? When you have the confidence of a technology-oriented mind, it is especially nice to try out the latest and greatest network products. ? However, ordering new products before they are proven can sometimes be the wrong idea. ? ?It can cost your enterprise, so again, be cautious!

"The Minimum You Need to Know About Logic to Work in IT" by Roland Hughes - Book Review

Logikal Solutions (2007)

ISBN 9780977086627

Reviewed by Regan Windsor for Reader Views (8/07)

Roland Hughes' passion for the IT Industry is obvious. If you have read the first two books in "The Minimum You Need to Know" series, "The Minimum You Need to Know to Be an OpenVMS Developer" and "The Minimum You Need to Know about Java on OpenVMS," you will figure that out very quickly. So imagine his horror when he found out that Logic, the very foundation of application and system design, had been tossed out of college curriculum. To remedy this he has provided the market and, with high hopes, the classroom a short, concise guide to "The Minimum You Need to Know about Logic to Work in IT."

Hughes begins with what he loves best - an analysis of the IT industry and what perils have resulted from abandoning the teaching of logic. I found this chapter extremely interesting as it outlines a trend that is impacting a wide span of industries. While explaining that the basic tools of logic, such as flowcharts and pseudocode, may not be seen in the workplace as something that is done by seasoned IT professionals, nor is it a deliverable of a project, Hughes highlights that it is the ability to use this logic when developing applications and systems that makes an IT professional successful. Therefore, it is key that students, and those starting out in the industry, be trained in the ability to think through projects in this way -- and for more complex problems realize the advantages of mapping it out using logical tools. This training should be the foundation of college educations, however since these classes do not produce marketable skills (in the way that training in languages does) the pressure to replace them with classes that do has broken down the holistic approach to education.

Along with the basics of flowcharting and pseudocode, "The Minimum You Need to Know about Logic to Work in IT" provides a basic understanding of fundamental data types, common sorts and searches, the importance of decision order, linked lists, using a hash, and the basics of relational databases. It's chapter on 'Knowing What Questions to Ask' provides a glimpse into the situations IT professionals may encounter and the importance of asking questions, understanding what the user requires, and most importantly ensuring that what they are asking for is legal!

While Hughes has moved more toward a textbook format in regards to the delivery of questions and case studies, his writing style and advice still mimic that of a mentor who has much knowledge to offer those just entering the field of IT. As with his other books in this series, "The Minimum You Need to Know about Logic to Work in IT" provides the reader with essential information, knowledge transfer in the form of tips and tricks, and much to ponder about the IT industry and its many challenges!

Beginning SharePoint 2010 Administration - A Review

Take a look behind the scenes and you will understand... that's the key point of this book. If you are not familiar with SharePoint in general, basic concepts, or use cases and if you wonder why you (may) need SharePoint you should read this book. All of the questions are answered and in combination with basic technical administration tasks you will not only get an understanding of how to do it... you will also know why to do it. Let's start from the beginning... the book has 14 chapters written by G?ran Husman and Christian St?hl:

Introduction to Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Building SharePoint Foundation Sites Office Integration Content Management in SharePoint 2010 Managing My Sites SharePoint Administration Building Intranets and Internet Portals Customizing SharePoint 2010 Using SharePoint Designer 2010 Backup and Restore Installing SharePoint Foundation 2010 Configuring SharePoint Foundation 2010 Installing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Configuring SharePoint Server 2010

The writing itself is adequate, it's neither boring nor difficult or funny. The length of a chapter is around 30 to 50 sites depending on the complexity of the subject. Each chapter has easy to understand examples as well as graphics, diagrams and screenshots where necessary. With a summary at the end of each chapter you can sum up the things you have read.

The biggest strength of this book are the chapters 1 to 9 since these are the chapters telling you the concept behind each administration task. You will understand the task itself, the things you need and the things you have to consider. Chapters 10 to 14 are additional chapters... you should read them first because they tell you how to install SharePoint 2010. Here it's not that important to understand things from the beginning since on the one hand you need a running instance for chapter 1 to 10 and on the other hand the understanding comes with the use of SharePoint.

All in all a SharePoint 2010 Book which can be recommended.

Markus Ramirez is an independent SharePoint developer mainly in Switzerland but also in Germany and Austria. As a trainer he tries to sensitize people to take a look behind things in order to understand them.

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